Loma Linda University news
December 17, 1997
- Christmas tree lighting ceremony is held on University quadrangle
- LLU students become involved in Operation Christmas Child
- Students for International Mission Service sponsors annual 'Adopt-a-Kid' Christmas party
- LLUAHSC board honors Priors
- University parking and traffic rules being enforced
- Loma Linda University Board of Trustees Report
- Sexual standards policy revised by board
- Round robin tennis to be on Sundays and Wednesdays at Drayson Center
Christmas tree lighting ceremony is held on University quadrangle
A Christmas tree lighting ceremony was held Thursday evening, December 4, on the University quadrangle located adjacent to Randall Visitors Center. Approximately 75 individuals attended the lighting event.
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| Providing Christmas music during the program is a quartet led by Lennart Olsen (third from left), a local musician and former director of the Loma Linda University Church Brass Ensemble. |
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LLU students become involved in Operation
Christmas Child
For the second year, LLU students joined Operation Christmas Child, an effort to provide Christmas gifts to children in underserved areas around the globe.
According to Larry Chinnock, PT, EdD, assistant professor, physical therapy, School of Allied Health Professions, physical therapy students participated in Operation Christmas Child, contributing 250 gift boxes to the project last year.
This year, Ralph Perrin, DrPH, dean of student affairs, LLU, invited students from each of the University's six schools to become involved with the project.
Students gathered toys, school supplies, and hygiene items, and placed them in 520 shoe boxes. They then wrapped the boxes in colorful gift wrapping, and labeled the gifts to designate whether the gift was for a girl or a boy.
Gift preparation and wrapping were included in holiday events on the University campus. According to Christine Garcia, Associated Students of Nursing (ASN) cochair, 50 boxes were assembled and wrapped during the dual Thanksgiving dinner for Loma Linda's Schools of Medicine and Nursing.
The physical therapist assistant class participated enthusiastically and met one evening to work on the project.
A central gift drop-off area was established at Drayson Center. Hundreds of colorfully wrapped gifts were then gathered onto Dr. Chinnock's pickup truck and taken to Trinity Evangelical Free Church in Redlands.
According to literature from Samaritan's Purse, the Christian relief and evangelism organization which sponsors the international effort, more than 9,000 churches and 478 schools collected in excess of 550,000 shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child in 1995.
In the United States, gifts are sent to 56 collection centers and four processing sites, sorted by age and gender, and packed into boxes for shipping.
The gifts are then distributed to street children in Armenia, refugees in Bosnia, orphans in Nicaragua, AIDS patients in Romania, and others in countries around the world.
Franklin Graham, Billy Graham's son, is president of Samaritan's Purse, which has headquarters in Boone, North Carolina.
United Nations Under-Secretary-General Joseph Verner Reed and his wife,
Marie Byers Reed, tour Loma Linda University Medical Center's Proton Treatment
Center. James M. Slater, MD, FACS, director of the Center, hosted the
Ambassador and Mrs. Reed during the tour.
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Students for International Mission Service sponsors annual 'Adopt-a-Kid' Christmas party
On Friday, December 5, Students for International Mission Service (SIMS), sponsored the University's yearly "Adopt-a-Kid" Christmas party.
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| Loma Linda University student Theresa Morales, department of health promotion and education, School of Public Health, visits with new friends during the annual Students for International Mission Service (SIMS) "Adopt-a-Kid" Christmas party. |
During the annual event,
students from each of the University's six schools "adopt"
a family for the afternoon, bringing Christmas gifts for the children.
A highlight of this year's party was the arrival of Santa on a fire truck, escorted by firefighters.
The 120 children present talked to the firefighters, who let the children try on their helmets and jackets.
Following Santa's arrival, the children's names were called, and one by one, they came forward to claim a Christmas gift.
"We are calling this year's party the 'Miracle on Third Street,'" says Mr. Belliard. "Approximately 50 children who had not registered attended the party. Yet, we had plenty of food, and when each child's name had been called, there was still one gift left over."
Though heavy rainfall had been predicted, the skies remained dry throughout
the afternoon, and the children were able to play games and enjoy much
of the party outside.
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LLUAHSC board honors Priors
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| Loma Linda University Medical Center Board of Trustees chair Calvin B. Rock, DMin, PhD (second from right), presents recently retired vice president for advancement for both LLU and LLUMC Donald G. Prior, MBA, with a momento recognizing his years of service to Loma Linda University and Medical Center and the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Looking on are (from left) Humberto Rasi, PhD, director of higher education, General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists; B. Lyn Behrens, MBBS, president, Loma Linda University; Lois Prior; and J. David Moorhead, MD, president and chief executive officer, Loma Linda University Medical Center. |
Mr. Prior, and his wife, Lois, were honored for their 30 years of service to the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Humberto Rasi, PhD, director of the department of higher education for the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, and a member of the Board of Trustees for LLUAHSC, presented Mr. Prior with the Global Award in Adventist Education--the Seventh-day Adventist Church education department's highest award.
During the presentation, Dr. Rasi read the following sketch outlining Mr. Prior's accomplishments for the Seventh-day Adventist Church:
"Over a 30-year span in educational and health-care development
career, Don Prior raised or was responsible for raising close to $180
million to enhance the mission and outreach of the
Seventh-day Adventist Church. His life has been devoted to improving the
quality of life in communities where he has lived.
"Since Don became vice president at Loma Linda University and Medical Center in December, 1988, support for these two institutions has mushroomed--from $9 million in 1987-1988 to $26 million in 1991-1992. During an eight-year period of service at Loma Linda, total voluntary support for both the University and Medical Center has exceeded $160 million.
"Also of significance is the growth of endowment funds at the University--from $19 million in 1986 to $120 million today. In 1991, Don was instrumental in obtaining a single cash gift of $6 million, doubling the endowment for one of the departments at the University. In 1992, he stimulated an $8 million gift that prompted the construction of the Drayson Center, a comprehensive recreation and wellness facility.
"After graduating from Union College [Lincoln, Nebraska] in 1952, Don worked for eight years as an academy teacher, dean of boys, public relations director, and dean of students.
"In 1967, Don became vice president for public relations and development at Andrews University [Berrien Springs, Michigan], where he established the first systematic and comprehensive fund-raising program at an Adventist educational institution.
"He started the university's first development program and increased alumni giving from $6,000 to over $300,000 annually. While at Andrews University, Don introduced and led the first capital campaign held at a Seventh-day Adventist college or university.
"From 1976 through 1979, Don served as vice president for public relations and development at Loma Linda University and Medical Center. He raised over $15 million in gifts and pledges in one year for a campus that had started with a fledgling program. He single-handedly brought in a $3.85 million gift for a new library named in memory of Del E. Webb.
"For nearly 10 years, Don commuted from Loma Linda to Glendale Adventist Medical Center, where he was vice president and then executive vice president. Under his leadership, the hospital started a development program and formed a foundation of community leaders to raise funds.
"In 1988, Don returned to Loma Linda as vice president for advancement for both the University and Medical Center. In addition to raising funds for the University's endowments and the Drayson Center, in the last two years at Loma Linda before retiring he helped complete a campaign for the $30 million facility for the University's School of Medicine and Cancer Research Institute.
"Don is an active member of many professional and philanthropic
associations, several of which have honored him for his valuable contributions.
In recognition of his outstanding leadership in providing and encouraging
financial support for Adventist colleges, and universities, the world
community of educators is delighted to present to Donald G. Prior its
highest recognition--the Global Award in Adventist Education."
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University parking and traffic rules being enforced
New traffic and parking regulations for the University campus were put into effect on November 1, 1997, and are being enforced by the security department.
Key points of these regulations are:
* Violators will be issued citations with fines for handicapped violations ($255); not displaying a valid permit ($10); parking in a red zone or fire zone ($30); parking in the wrong lot ($30); overtime parking ($30); and displaying a permit improperly ($10).
* Faculty, staff, and visitors who fail to pay or receive an approved appeal of three citations will have their vehicles booted. There is an additional fine of $30 for booting a vehicle.
* Permits are required for parking in all University parking lots.
Parking permits for the 1997-98 academic year are available at the security department. Only one permit is issued to each faculty, staff member, or student. The replacement fee for lost or stolen permits is $15. Additional permits may be purchased for a fee of $15.
Complete copies of the University's traffic and parking regulations are available at the security department, Student Services Center, University library circulation desk, Drayson Center, and on the University's web site:
Loma Linda University Board of Trustees Report
Monday, December 8, 1997
Meeting in full session on Monday, December 8, the Loma Linda University Board of Trustees accomplished a full agenda. Their report follows.
Board of Trustees approves new degree programs
* Masters in Health Information Systems (MHIS). This program will reside in the department of health information management, School of Allied Health Professions. The curriculum is designed to accommodate the working professional and can be completed in one year plus a ten-week internship. It is open to all who currently hold a baccalaureate degree. Graduates will be qualified to fill the many vacancies currently available in information systems positions with a health-care emphasis. Applications will be accepted immediately to begin courses in the autumn quarter, 1998.
* Conjoint MA in Biomedical Ethics and PhD/PsyD in Psychology. The Graduate School was authorized to offer this new combined degree program. Ethics has become an important focus of the American Psychological Association. Students completing the combined program will have an opportunity to explore ethical theory and practice in more detail. Students will earn both degrees with 22 fewer units than would be required for the separate degrees.
Board approves Center for Dental Research
Establishment of the Center for Dental Research was approved by the trustees. This Center has been developed as a result of growth in the area of dental research. Dental research requires the integration of: (1) biologic safety and efficacy testing; (2) physical properties and materials science testing; and (3) clinical testing. Over the past three years the School of Dentistry has assembled the required faculty and is in the final stages of completing the necessary physical facilities. The Center provides proper administrative coordination and oversight of dental research, strengthens fiscal matters, and strengthens the position of the School of Dentistry when competing for corporate and governmental grants.
Spiritual Life and Wholeness Committee reports to Board of Trustees
The board heard a report from the Spiritual Life and Wholeness Committee. The Committee reviewed and recommended approval of proposed resolutions affirming the University's willingness to respond positively to the document, "Total Commitment to God," adopted by the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. This resolution was then approved by the Board of Trustees and a copy may be obtained from the office of the president.
It was further reported that a search will be conducted for a campus chaplain. The job description may be obtained from Gerald Winslow, PhD, dean, Faculty of Religion, and special assistant to the president for spiritual life and wholeness. In addition, a national conference, "Spirituality and Ethics in Patient Care," will take place on campus March 1 and 2, 1998.
Board receives diversity report
* Leslie N. Pollard, DMin, the new special assistant for diversity at LLU and vice president of Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center, was introduced to the Board of Trustees. He presented his vision for diversity at Loma Linda. A quality educational experience is a strong motivation for the diversity program. A report was given on the following diversity activities: minority student orientation program, satellite video conference on race relations in higher education, initiation of a program of cross-cultural mentoring, retreats for Hispanic and African-American students, creation of a diversity service video, and the organization of an Asian student association.
Student affairs report presented to board
The student affairs committee of the Board of Trustees met the evening of December 7, and received reports on enrollment, which has increased over last year, and dorm occupancy levels. Other reports received by the committee included the wellness program at Drayson Center, SIMS and SAC activities, and student association activities including those with a spiritual emphasis. Leroy Reese, MD, committee chair, gave the board a synopsis of these reports.
Membership in Adventist Health International-Ethiopia approved
The board approved Loma Linda University as a member of the corporation, Adventist Health International-Ethiopia. This organization is being established with the cooperation of the General Conference, the Eastern Africa Division, and the Ethiopia Union to assist the Adventist hospital and clinics in Ethiopia. There is no financial liability or commitment from Loma Linda University. The University will assist in the establishment of governance, organization, policy and procedure items, and the coordination of volunteer groups to assist the hospital and clinics.
Financial report presented to trustees
The October 31, 1997, year-to-date financial position of Loma Linda University is better than budgeted. This financial position is primarily the result of increased student enrollment, outstanding financial leadership from the school deans, their business officers, and department heads, and the cooperation of faculty and staff. A copy of the interim financial statement is available for review at the office of the school business officer, University/foundation controller, or vice president for financial affairs.
Board of Trustees approves emeritus appointments
The trustees approved emeritus appointments for the following faculty members:
* Judson Klooster, DDS, emeritus professor of dentistry
* Frank A. Rogers, Sr., MD, emeritus associate clinical professor of surgery
Promotions to professor approved by Board of Trustees
The following promotions to professor were approved by the Board of Trustees:
* David L. Anderson, DDS, professor of dental anesthesiology, School
of
Dentistry
* Ramdas G. Pai, MD, professor of medicine, School of Medicine Board approves academic administrative appointments
The following academic administrative appointments were approved:
* Cyril G. Connelly, EdD, assistant dean for enrollment and development, School of Public Health
* Ronald J. Dailey, PhD, acting chair, dental educational service, School of Dentistry
* Joseph R. Thompson, MD, head, division of neuroradiology, department of radiology, School of Medicine
* Gregory E. Watkins, MD, head, division of diagnostic radiology, department of radiology, School of Medicine
Trust services continues level "A" accreditation
Loma Linda University has been notified by the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists Trust Services Certification and Accreditation Committee that the University will continue to keep a level "A" accreditation for trust management. This is the highest level of accreditation given by the finance committee, and the Board of Trustees voted to commend the University's trust and planned giving department for their exceptional work.
Ratio analysis of the LLU financial position given board
A ratio analysis of the financial position of Loma Linda University was given to the board, showing acceptable trends in all areas. A copy of the analysis is available through the office of the vice president for financial affairs.
Construction and engineering reports received
The board reviewed the campus engineering and construction report. A copy of this report is available through school business officers or the vice president for financial affairs.
President reports on strategic plan
Loma Linda University president B. Lyn Behrens, MBBS, reported on progress
which has been made in meeting the 1997 time lines in the University strategic
plan. A written report is available at the office of the president.
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Sexual standards policy revised by board
Editor's note: The following revision of the policy on sexual standards was approved by the Loma Linda University Board of Trustees on October 15, 1997.
Faculty, staff, administration, trustees, and students of the University are expected, in their teaching, influence, and example, to uphold Christian sexual standards as held by the Seventh-day Adventist Church.1
We believe that God's ideal for sexuality is achieved when sexual expression is limited to a man and a woman who are husband and wife committed in lifelong marriage. All expressions of premarital and extramarital friendship are to be chaste and behaviors which would suggest otherwise are to be avoided.
All forms of sexual expression and conduct between heterosexuals outside of marriage, or between homosexuals, are contrary to the ideals of the University and will result in disciplinary action.
Further, all forms of promiscuity, sexual abuse, and exploitation are contrary to the ideals of the University and result in disciplinary action. Loma Linda University honors an ideal of sexual purity which transcends mere legal enforcements.
1See Seventh-day Adventists Believe, Hagerstown, MD; Review & Herald Publishing Assn., 1988:294 and "Action from the 1987 Annual Council of the General Conference: 'Statement of Concerns to Sexual Behavior,'" Adventist Review, January 14, 1988:21: for a position paper on this understanding. Copies may be obtained from the dean of students or the dean of your school.
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Round robin tennis to be on Sundays and Wednesdays
at Drayson Center
Few activities are more relaxing--yet invigorating--than tennis.
Unlike golf, a good tennis match provides aerobic conditioning. Unlike racquetball, tennis is played in the great outdoors and is less likely to bother those who are claustrophobic. And, unlike team sports like basketball, you don't need at least 10 people for a full-court game.
Round robin tennis has arrived at the Drayson Center and all tennis players who have a membership are invited to be there. Sunday mornings at 8:00 a.m. and Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. are the times to jot down on the calendar.
Many individuals are already involved with various groups of tennis players; some even have courts of their own.
However, there's something special about being part of a large group of tennis players, getting acquainted with them, and rounding out one's game--which may have become very comfortable and without variety.
Keep up with your regular groups--it will provide a way to see the improvement in your game from playing with new partners and opponents at the Drayson Center.
So, come on out, expand your horizons, and provide yourself with a challenge.
Upcoming playdates through the end of January are every Sunday and Wednesday, excluding Christmas Eve (December 24), New Year's Eve (December 31), and rainy days. Be there!
For information, call the Drayson Center at 558-4975 (tell the receptionist who answers to look for the binder labeled "Drayson Center Tennis," right behind the front desk), or call Larry Kidder at extension 46185.
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